Peaceful
Easy
Schooling
Lemon Tetra
Hyphessobrycon pulchripinnis
Minimum Tank
15 Gallons
Adult Size
2 inches
Temperature
72-82°F (22-28°C)
pH Range
5.5-7.5
Lifespan
6 years
School Size
6+ fish
About Lemon Tetra
Subtle yellow tetra with red eye. Colors intensify in mature, well-maintained tanks.
Care Requirements
Tank Setup
- • Minimum 15-gallon tank required
- • Temperature: 72-82°F (22-28°C)
- • pH: 5.5 - 7.5
- • Category: Tetra
Diet & Feeding
- • Diet type: Omnivore
- • Feed 1-2 times daily
- • Varied diet recommended
Tank Mate Compatibility
Compatible With
🐟
Other Tetras
🐟
Corydoras
🐟
Rasboras
🐟
Gouramis
Avoid Keeping With
⚠️
Aggressive Fish
Not compatible
Care Tips
Expert Tips
Colors develop over time, soft acidic water preferred, peaceful.
Quick Facts
57L
Min Tank (15gal)
5cm
Adult Size (2")
6yr
Lifespan
6+
Min School
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